Accountant 1, 2, or 3
- Recruiter
- University of New Mexico
- Location
- Gallup, New Mexico, United States
- Salary
- USD 3,165.07 - 5,239.87 per month
- Posted
- 25 Sep 2022
- Closes
- 25 Oct 2022
- Ref
- req21572
- Job role
- Accountant
- Sector
- Education and training
- Experience level
- Qualified accountant
Accountant 1
Requisition ID
req21572
Working Title
Accountant 1, 2, or 3
Position Grade
11
Position Summary
PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch,located in Gallup, NM, approximately 130 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.
The University of NewMexico Gallup Branch, Office of the Director of Business Operations, invitesapplications for an Accountant 1, 2, or 3 (depending on education andexperience). This position will work collaboratively with the Director of BusinessOperations in, but not limited to, performing basic andadvanced accounting functions such as ledger/fund analysis, cost analysis, fundreconciliation, posting, and fiscal control of inventory. Analyzing and preparingcomplex financial reports from standard operating statistics, financial dataand/or projections. Investigating and resolving problems related to funds,budgets, expenditures, and/or procurement practices. Aiding in the development,implementation and maintenance of internal fiscal systems and procedures,applying basic concepts, methods, and techniques. May serve as unit/areatransaction initiator or requisitioner and as back-up for payroll time entry and cashiering. Performing miscellaneous job-related duties asassigned.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 9 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; no previous experience required.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Requirements
Campus
Gallup
Department
Gallup Branch
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status
Exempt
Pay
$3,165.07 - $5,239.87 Monthly
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
Temporary and on-call employees working an appointment percentage of 26 (.26 FTE) or greater, per quarter, will be eligible to earn retirement service credits and thus are required to make New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB) contributions. More information pertaining to your FTE and NMERB contributions can be reviewed on the NMERB Guidelines Clarified webpage.
Background Check Required
No
For Best Consideration Date
9/23/2022
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
A complete application consists of: (1) a completed UNM Jobs online application; (2) a cover letter specifically addressing which position (1, 2, or 3) you are applying for and why you would be the best candidate for the position given the position description; (3) an updated resume; and (4) three supervisory references that includes the names and contact information of three present/past supervisors as references. Each of these items must be uploaded for applicant consideration.
The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.html
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Requisition ID
req21572
Working Title
Accountant 1, 2, or 3
Position Grade
11
Position Summary
PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch,located in Gallup, NM, approximately 130 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.
The University of NewMexico Gallup Branch, Office of the Director of Business Operations, invitesapplications for an Accountant 1, 2, or 3 (depending on education andexperience). This position will work collaboratively with the Director of BusinessOperations in, but not limited to, performing basic andadvanced accounting functions such as ledger/fund analysis, cost analysis, fundreconciliation, posting, and fiscal control of inventory. Analyzing and preparingcomplex financial reports from standard operating statistics, financial dataand/or projections. Investigating and resolving problems related to funds,budgets, expenditures, and/or procurement practices. Aiding in the development,implementation and maintenance of internal fiscal systems and procedures,applying basic concepts, methods, and techniques. May serve as unit/areatransaction initiator or requisitioner and as back-up for payroll time entry and cashiering. Performing miscellaneous job-related duties asassigned.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
- If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 9 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; no previous experience required.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Accountant 1 - Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 9 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; no previous experience required.
- Accountant 2 - Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 12 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
- Accountant 3 - Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 15 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor or Master's degree in Accounting or Business with an accounting emphasis
- Experience working in an institution of Higher Education
- Experience working with UNM financial programs such as MyReports, Banner, EPrints, EPAFs, Budget & Salary Planner and Budget Cat System
- Proficient in MS Excel to analyze/interpret financial data and prepare reports
- Knowledge of University Policy/Procedures and applicable local, state, and federal guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate financial information and compliance requirements to staff, faculty, leadership, and other professionals
- Ability to initiate various accounting transactions (Journal Entries, Labor Distributions, etc.)
- Experience preparing financial projections andbudgets
Additional Requirements
Campus
Gallup
Department
Gallup Branch
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status
Exempt
Pay
$3,165.07 - $5,239.87 Monthly
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
Temporary and on-call employees working an appointment percentage of 26 (.26 FTE) or greater, per quarter, will be eligible to earn retirement service credits and thus are required to make New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB) contributions. More information pertaining to your FTE and NMERB contributions can be reviewed on the NMERB Guidelines Clarified webpage.
Background Check Required
No
For Best Consideration Date
9/23/2022
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
A complete application consists of: (1) a completed UNM Jobs online application; (2) a cover letter specifically addressing which position (1, 2, or 3) you are applying for and why you would be the best candidate for the position given the position description; (3) an updated resume; and (4) three supervisory references that includes the names and contact information of three present/past supervisors as references. Each of these items must be uploaded for applicant consideration.
The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.html
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.